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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Doylestown, PA

Delaware Valley University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$43,300

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

92.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

53.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$55,838

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Delaware Valley University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Doylestown, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $43,300, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 53.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing550 – 650
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite24 – 27
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

92.5%

Transfer-Out Rate31.2%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$173,200

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$25,838

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$85,180

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$343,560

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Delaware Valley University is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.7%
38.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
71.8%
Hispanic
10.1%
Black
8.5%
Unknown
4.3%
Two or more
3.3%
Asian
1.4%
International
0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$43,300

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$20,575
$30k - $48k$22,062
$48k - $75k$24,035
$75k+$28,349

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients29.2%
Using Federal Loans73.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment76.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

66.1%

Success

53.2%

In-State Cost

$43,300

Age 25+ Students

5.0%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

728 students

Local City Insights

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